Heat & Glo Fireplace EXCLAIM-36T-C - Manual (Page 35)

Heat & Glo • EXCLAIM-36C Woodburning Fireplace • 4013-093 Rev G • 08/06 35
A. Disposal of Ashes
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight- ¿ t-
ting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on
a noncombustible
À oor or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials, pending ¿ nal disposal. If the ashes
are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dis-
persed, they should be retained in the closed container until
all embers have thoroughly cooled.
B. Chimney Inspection/Cleaning
Inspect the chimney internally for obstructions and construc-
tion damage. Flue pipe joints and seams must be continu-
ous and mechanically tight.
The chimney should be inspected once every two months
during the heating season.
If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce
the risk of a chimney
¿ re.
Refer to Figure 11.1 to remove/reinstall termination caps.
Chimney
Remove 4 screws
and lift top pan off.
Cap
Slip
Section
ST475
Square Termination Cap
Cap
Top Cover
TR442, TR444
Round Termination Cap
Remove screws
and lift top cover.
Figure 11.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning
Fire Risk
Disposal of ashes
• Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight
¿ tting lid.
• Do not place metal container on combustible
surface.
• Ashes should be retained in closed container until all
embers have thoroughly cooled.
WARNING
Fire Risk
Prevent creosote buildup
• Inspect chimney once every two months during heating
season.
• Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney ¿ re.
• Ignited creosote is extremely HOT.
WARNING
C. Firebox Refractory
Check ¿ rebox refractory for excessive cracks or gaps. If
cracks exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm) in width the refractory should
be replaced. See Section 12 for replacement information.
Fire Risk
• Inspect ¿ replace refractory annually.
Crumbling, deteriorated refractory can allow
overheating of surrounding materials.
WARNING
Note: As you use the ¿ replace, expansion and contraction
will cause minor cracking of the refractory. This is normal,
unavoidable, and will not affect the performance of the
¿ replace. If the cracks become large enough that the metal
behind the refractory is exposed or large pieces fall out, the
panels should be replaced.
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